Share ThisFrom DOING to DONE: The Power of Simplicity & Focus
You’ve carved out the time, eliminated the distractions, and sat yourself down to finally do that important work you’ve been meaning to get to. But you just can’t get yourself to start. Suddenly, all manner of things become more appealing… checking your inbox, thinking about what you’ll eat for lunch (or dinner), reorganizing the…
Sometimes the Smallest Changes Spark the Biggest Transformations
“How do you like your new office?” my friend asked. I had moved from a small building to a larger one and managed to find a nice little space on the second floor at the top of a winding staircase. It didn’t take long for me to realize it was likely the ONLY small office,…
Sometimes Falling Back Allows You to Move Forward
Do you ever find yourself falling back into old habits, despite your efforts to break free of them? When you become aware of a behavior that is no longer serving you, catching yourself engaging in it despite that knowledge can be particularly frustrating. But I believe it’s worth celebrating. Why? Because now you are no…
Busyness Is Not Good Business
Ever feel like you’re running harder than ever but not really getting anywhere? If the road you’re on won’t get you to your desired destination, moving faster won’t do you any favors. When you put more importance on the tactics than you do on your vision/goal – and cling to a plan without continually…
Performance Management Doesn’t Have to Be Painful
Do you dread doing performance appraisals? (…or any kind of performance management?) If so, you’re not alone. It’s rarely an experience people look forward to – whether on the receiving, or the giving end. But it doesn’t have to be. It’s true that many performance appraisal systems don’t do much to motivate and inspire even…
When Life Throws You Curve Balls… Use Them to Improve Your Game
Have you experienced a lot of change and/or challenge recently? The last several weeks/months ushered in a series of unfortunate events in my life that had me reeling a bit. But I learned a few things in the process that helped me get through it all and bounce back stronger. Thought I’d share that in…
How to Keep Your Dream Alive (despite doubt, hesitation and other obstacles)
Do you have a vision you aspire to make real? No matter what the day/week/month brings… hold strong and continue to breathe life into it. And don’t let your doubt or hesitation steal its fire. As children, most of us received mixed messages. You may have been encouraged to follow your heart and give…
Maximize the Possibility of the New Year (and minimize potential pitfalls)
The beginning of each year invites us to consider how we can dig deeper, reach higher, and unleash more potential in ourselves and those we lead. It begs the question… How can you maximize the possibility of the New Year… while working through the change, challenge, and uncertainty it brings? Making the most of…
How to Brave the Discomfort of Growth… and Make 2024 Your Year
Happy New Year! It’s a time for new beginnings and new chapters – one that invites us to think bigger and grow larger. Can you remember the last time you did something that was out of your comfort zone? It’s something most of us don’t do all that often, because going beyond that which…
The One Gift Everyone Needs Most (and No One Gets Enough Of)
Regardless of your holiday budget, there’s a gift you can share that transcends all others and won’t cost you a thing. One could argue it’s the one thing that no one gets enough of and everyone needs the most… It’s the gift of presence, a state that allows us to truly bring out the best…
